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Man sentenced 35 years for officer assault

A Wood County jury convicted Enrique Raymon Tuner of McKinney of assault causing bodily injury of a police officer on Wednesday, March 6 in 402nd District Court in Quitman. He was sentenced to … more

Tips for Tots set Monday at Lake Fork

The eighth annual Tips for Tots benefiting foster children in Wood County is Monday, Aug. 7 from 4-7 p.m. at Bill Smith’s Fish House at Lake Fork, 5375 N. FM 17 (near FM 515).   The … more

Commissioners set county salary schedules

County employees were given an across-the-board pay increase of six percent. more

Holiday beer garden plans up in the air

Plans for a beer garden during the Hometown Christmas event Saturday, Dec. 2 in downtown Quitman were approved by the city council Thursday. But it may not happen. The chamber had sought a … more
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Three hurt in crash

Three women were injured in a two-vehicle traffic crash Friday, March 8 just before 4 p.m. on U.S. Hwy. 80 east of Mineola at County Road 2651. Georgianna Steward of Fate was westbound in a 2018 Kia … more

Mineola Fire Department Report

Medical assist, assist EMS crew: May 18, 21:00 1521 Rainbow Ln., Mineola; May 19, 12:43 p.m., 23595 Holly Road (Enchanted Lakes), Mineola. Motor vehicle accident with injuries: May 18, 5:32 … more

Sound of the Swarm adds 2nd state honor band award to accolades

The three-time state champion marching band is now also the two-time state honor band. The Mineola High School Sound of the Swarm received notice recently that it had earned that honor for the … more
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Bassmasters tournament returns to Wood County

Wood County commissioners approved the Bassmaster host agreement with the Wood County Economic Development Commission last Tuesday. The event returns to Lake Fork at the new facilities of the Sabine River Authority headquarters in late February 2024. more
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No more “Quit” for Quitman water tower

The Quitman water tower near Bud Moody Stadium will have a new look when it is repainted, resolving a long-held contention about the word “Quit” facing the football stadium. The … more
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Wood County Sheriff’s Report

  May 17 Deputy Kovic, theft, CR 1298; caller’s girlfriend’s mother broke into residence, stole items, does not have serial numbers to enter. Cpl. Baldwin, criminal … more

County property values keep going up

The final totals are in, and the taxable value of property in Wood County rose by more than $800 million in the past year to $5.8 billion – a 22% gain. The certified property values were … more
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Ex-fireman backs away from arson guilty pleas

A former member of the Hainesville Volunteer Fire Dept. has pleaded guilty to four counts of arson for a series of fires set prior to his arrest in September 2021. more

“New” concrete skate park becoming reality for Mineola

Imagine back to when you were a kid. Did you ever have that one project you just dreamed about, a place designed by a kid, for a kid? That’s exactly what Mineola’s Flint and Steel … more
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Mineola Police Report

May 20 12:41 a.m., unknown offense, N. Pacific, intoxicated teens in store, odd behavior but no impairment. 1:45 a.m., vehicle stop/arrest, 200 blk E. Kilpatrick, Justin Cockrum arrested … more

Utility district employee arrested on $300K theft

The Wood County Sheriff’s Dept. has been investigating a possible theft from the district since June, when it was reported that about $40,000 was missing. more

Two qualify for president’s list at Mississippi

Mississippi College in Clinton releases the president’s list after the fall and spring semesters each academic year. Local honorees include Savannah Edwards of Alba and Hailey Hettich of … more

Mineola Caring & Sharing serves 335 families

Mineola Caring & Sharing served 335 families and 1,374 people in 2023,   an increase from 2022.   A number of family applications were received at the last minute, and with the help of … more

UM Army plans extensive work in Wood County

The UM Army will be in Wood County June 5-9 to take on variety of projects assisting residents. The United Methodist Action Reach-out Mission will bring 80 workers from 6th grade to college age … more

Getting ready for school

The Mineola Kiwanis Club distributed free school supplies Saturday morning at the Mineola Civic Center, along with hot dogs and popsicles. Participants line up to register.   more

Panthers celebrate homecoming in Alba

Well over a hundred gathered on the Alba square Friday afternoon support the Panthers at the inaugural community homecoming pep rally. more
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